ISPO 2012, Award for Atomic and Komperdell

of Monaco ISPO ISPO AWARD is given to the greatest innovations of the season, ie products that provide a concrete development in terms of design and functionality. "The label ISPO AWARD is a sign of approval for innovations in the market for sports "highlights Gröber Tobias, Head of Business Unit Consumer Goods Fair.

this year in the division of products Skiing - Category "Boots and Bindings" went to Atomic: retailers, journalists, designers and athletes from nine nations, in fact, voted the revolutionary attack backcountry Tracker 16 as the most innovative product of the year.
"The jury's decision ISPO is a fantastic recognition for the many months of hard work dedicated to product development by our experts in collaboration with colleagues at Salomon" reports the CEO of Atomic, Wolfgang Mayrhofer, which then adds: "... we are extremely proud of the result, the new attack Tracker will change the approach of the 16 skiers who enjoy the backcountry." The attack
Tracker 16 of ATOMIC, which will be on display along with winners of other categories ISPO AWARD is designed to provide the highest level of safety, efficiency and sensitivity down to an intense and revolutionary experience in skiing: there we've already previewed a few months ago.
The Tracker 16 is distinguished by a combination of low profile chassis (greater stability and better feedback from the ground thanks to a lower height of the stand), the Platform Oversized (transmission maximum power and dynamic) and, as the septum, for the Switch "Hike & Ride", which is very functional as it will no longer be necessary to remove the skis when you want to change the mode up and down or vice versa.
In the "Hardware Accessories" but the prize went to new Komperdell poles which provide new freedom of movement thanks to the new grip Freestyle 360 ​​°.
missinon was one of Komperdell deliver optimal performance for demanding maneuvers and optimal freedom of movement in all directions, with the strap that can be removed from the handle.
freestyle fun for the athletes is also guaranteed by the freedom of movement unlimited and the construction of lightweight but strong stick: the innovative design makes it pretty damn sturdy stick for more fun in the park!
The jury explains the reasons for the award:
"The stick is Disk Komperdell ; an innovation very simple and logical. It is a stick with a round jack that you can grab from all directions. Instead of a belt, there is only a thin wire that can be used when absolutely necessary. Freerider and freestyle skier will use generally without the strap to be able to let go of the sticks quickly in the event of a crash or an avalanche. The disc is a very intelligent and innovative staff, who had been expected. "